SJRES104119th Congress

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

Sponsored By: Senator Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

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Summary

Ends unauthorized U.S. military hostilities against Iran. The bill would require removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force.

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  • Families and service members: Would reduce the chance of U.S. troops engaging in combat with Iran without Congressional approval, affecting deployment and risk to service members and their families.
  • Executive branch: Would constrain the President's ability to order military action against Iran without Congress while preserving the right to defend U.S. personnel and facilities from attack.
  • Allies and partners: Would still allow intelligence sharing and defensive support to allies, including assistance to Israel and other nations to protect against Iranian or proxy attacks.
  • Congress: Would reaffirm that only a declaration of war or a specific statutory authorization triggers U.S. hostilities against Iran.

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Remove United States forces from Iran

If enacted, this resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in or against Iran. The removal would happen unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force. It would not stop defending the United States or its people and facilities abroad. It would still allow collecting and sharing intelligence on threats from Iran or its proxies and helping allies, including Israel, with defensive support and materiel. If enacted, it would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

VA • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]

    KY • R

    Sponsored 1/29/2026

  • Charles Schumer

    NY • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]

    CA • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ]

    NJ • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

    MD • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

    HI • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Peter Welch

    VT • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]

    VT • I

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

    OR • D

    Sponsored 2/25/2026

  • Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

    AZ • D

    Sponsored 2/26/2026

  • Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]

    IL • D

    Sponsored 2/26/2026

  • Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]

    CT • D

    Sponsored 2/26/2026

  • Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]

    CA • D

    Sponsored 2/26/2026

  • Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

    ME • I

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]

    HI • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]

    MA • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]

    DE • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Alsobrooks, Angela D. [D-MD]

    MD • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]

    IL • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]

    NY • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]

    MA • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

    NM • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]

    WA • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]

    CT • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]

    OR • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]

    WA • D

    Sponsored 3/2/2026

  • Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

    NJ • D

    Sponsored 3/4/2026

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 47 • No: 53

senate vote • 3/4/2026

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 104

Yes: 47 • No: 53

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